1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
1512 Spirits
★ 3.75
£7

Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Macduff
£6
| 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) | Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | 1512 Spirits | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £7.21 | £5.96 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | — |
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Quick verdict
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl is better value at £6 vs £7.
For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7.21 vs £5.96)
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5.96 vs £7.21)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
Who should buy 1512?
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Only Macduff 10 Year Old 2000 Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl